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soften

🇬🇧 UK/'sɒftn/🇺🇸 US
A2

Definitions

v.

To make or become soft or softer; to make less harsh, severe, or intense.

（使）变柔软；（使）变温和；减轻

🧩 Root Breakdown

Native English
softenother
=soften

Common Collocations

  • 1.soften the blow减轻打击／冲击
  • 2.soften one's stance软化立场
  • 3.soften up使松动；讨好
  • 4.[soften the tone]缓和语气

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    Adding butter will soften the dough and make it easier to knead.

  • 2.

    She tried to soften the blow by delivering the bad news as gently as possible.

  • 3.

    His expression softened when he saw how hard his daughter had tried.

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